1. Year 5- SPACE
PATTERN + COLOUR

2. Why are we studying this?
This project will help us to understand
- space and the planets -
We will learn how to
- create an inverted image
- create a pulled string print
- recycle plastic to create sculptures

3. How can we recognize Robert McCall’s work?
What can you see?
Shapes?
Colours?
Form?
Explain what you like:
I like… because…

4. Create a planet page experimenting with watercolours
Things to remember…
Draw out a range of circles across your page
Apply water to your circle first
Use a range of colour combinations
Use a range of patterns

5. Create a Galaxy Background using splattered paint on black paper
Things to remember…
Start with a light splatter of white
Use different tones of purple and blue
Finish with a final splatter of white for the bigger stars

6. Create a Planet using poured paint
Things to remember…
Select your colours carefully
Think about the direction of your swirls and patterns
Be thoughtful- not random

7. ADD your planet to your galaxy
Things to remember…
Think carefully about the position
Apply glue all the way up to the edge of your planet to make sure it sticks well

8. Evaluation CHAT… During this project I learned about…
I learned how to…
I enjoyed…
I am proud of…